Stone Oak Manor

Stone Oak Manor is a queer-owned boutique wedding venue and guest house in Oak Glen, in the foothills of the San Bernardino Mountains in Southern California. The 1920s Tudor-style manor stands among pines and old oaks. It works as a small, private estate rather than a large event hall.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

The owners run the venue as queer-owned and operated, and the venue states that it specializes in LGBTQ+ weddings. It is a strong fit for couples who want a setting where the hosts understand your relationship from the first conversation. The estate also offers alternative ceremonies, so you can shape the day around your own traditions rather than a template. Because the manor hosts a limited number of larger events, your day gets real attention.

Ceremonies

Ceremonies take place outdoors on the grounds, among mature trees. There is no ballroom to fall back on, so plan for the weather and talk through your options with the team. The venue can also arrange an officiant, which is useful if you have not yet chosen who will marry you. Smaller ceremonies suit the estate best.

Receptions and food

Receptions are held on the grounds as well, so your guests stay in one place from ceremony to last dance. The venue does not provide catering, so you bring in your own caterer. Ask the team about their preferred caterer list and any permit steps for outside caterers. Florals, decor and planning support come through the venue team.

Staying

Stone Oak Manor is also a guest house and vacation rental, with whole-house stays and single rooms. That means your closest family and friends can sleep on the property with you. Wedding packages build lodging into the plan, and the manor sleeps a sizeable group, so ask which package fits your guest list.

Getting there and the area

The manor is at 38433 Potato Canyon Road, Oak Glen, a mountain community known for orchards and cooler air. It is roughly an hour and a half from Los Angeles by car, depending on traffic, and close to Yucaipa and Redlands.

Good to know

• The venue is a working guest house, so lodging and wedding planning go together.
• The site is outdoors, with no indoor ceremony room listed.
• The owners offer tours, so you can see the grounds before you book.